Grounds Maintenance Specialist

GEO Corrections & Detentions; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Matching

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discount

Reduced Tuition Rates

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Pet Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Training

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the exterior grounds of the facility, including mowing, planting, and general upkeep. You will move soil, plant trees, and ensure grounds are well-kept to support a secure environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic math and computer skills, with 1–3 months related experience preferred. Join a team focused on safe, efficient grounds maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 months related experience in janitorial or groundskeeper work.
• Ability to read and follow simple instructions and write simple notes.
• Basic math: add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
• Ability to follow written or oral instructions with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills for departmental software.

Responsibilities

• Maintain exterior grounds of the facility, including mowing, trimming, and trash removal.
• Plant trees and shrubs, dig holes, and prepare soil as needed.
• Support irrigation and fertilizer applications as directed.
• Unload/load materials and move supplies using wheelbarrows or hand trucks.
• Ensure safety, cleanliness, and proper use of equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Safety awareness

Manual teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

GEO Corrections & Detentions is seeking a Groundskeeper to maintain the exterior grounds of the facility, including mowing, planting, and general upkeep. You will move soil, plant trees, and ensure grounds are well-kept to support a secure environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and basic math and computer skills, with 1–3 months related experience preferred. Join a team focused on safe, efficient grounds maintenance.